Remain Vigilant Against COVID-19

Many of us have likely seen reports of increased COVID-related illness within our community, which serves as a reminder for us all to continue taking steps to help control the spread of COVID-19. Within our own facilities, we are experiencing slightly higher numbers of COVID cases among our patients and team members. As we enter the Memorial Day weekend, we would like to encourage all team members to remain vigilant; stay home when sick or experiencing symptoms or illness is confirmed with an at home or other test. Please remember that walk-in testing is available at the COVID Clinic West Complex for team members experiencing symptoms. All team member testing options are outlined on the Employee Health website.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 2:50 p.m. May 27)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 27)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

Patient Care

Update: IV Iodinated Contrast Shortage

Given current and expected incoming supply, UVA Health will be able to resume scheduling all patients (including Tier 1) for procedures and CT scans that require the use of IV iodinated contrast beginning Monday, May 30. It is imperative that all clinical teams continue all current efforts to conserve IV iodinated contrast and indicate “radiologist to recommend need for IV contrast” on any orders for an IV contrast CT. Read more on Connect.

Operations

Memorial Day Holiday | Monday, May 30 

• Clinics Closed | All UVA Health clinics will be closed.
• Parking and Transportation Modifications | The University Transit Service bus and Health System Transit shuttle service will not operate on Memorial Day. Team members may park in the South Garage on Crispell Drive and 11th Street Garage (level D and above only) on May 30. The Medical Center Courtesy Shuttle will operate on the weekend schedule, running every 60 minutes from 7:20 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. UtoCar will operate normally. Please note, University Transit Bus and Health System Transit shuttle will operate normally on Tuesday, May 31.
• UVA Health Update on Hiatus | The UVA Health Update will not be sent on Monday, May 30. The Update will resume on Wednesday, June 1.

Annual Parking Permit Renewals Due

Deadline: Tuesday, May 31 | If you hold a UVA parking permit, you should have received an email from Parking & Transportation about the 2022-2023 renewal process. No action is needed to renew your permit if you currently pay by payroll deduction and want to renew the same permit for 2022-2023 via payroll deduction. However, if you pay by cash, check, or credit card, or if you do not wish to renew your parking permit, please call Parking & Transportation at 434.924.7231 or visit the website by May 31. 

Medical Center close-in parking fees will increase by $5/month. Northridge, Fontaine, and the UVA Orthopedic Center Ivy Road will increase by $1/month. Blue & Red bus commuter permits will increase by $1/month. If you are a Medical Center team member, the full cost of the commuter permit is reimbursed to you each month. Read a detailed list of the UVA Health parking fees by area.

Human Resources

Medical Center Self-Evaluations Must Be Submitted by Monday

Due: Monday, May 30 | Medical Center team members are required to complete their year-end self-evaluation, which can be found in your Workday inbox. Fiscal year 2023 goals should be documented in the goals section of the evaluation. All UVA Health team members must have at least one professional development goal. Medical Center team members must also have one goal related to patient progression/access. Resources and additional details about the fiscal year 2022 performance process, including the timeline for Classified Staff, can be found on the UVA Health Performance website. 

Final Call: Spring Cash Out Period Closes May 29

• Info for Medical Center Team Members: Medical Center team members with over 40 hours of paid time off (PTO) may request a PTO cash out May 19-29. Cash-out process instructions were sent via email on the morning of Thursday, May 19, and are available on the UVA Payroll website. Refer to the Medical Center Human Resources Policy No. 315 for details on the Medical Center PTO leave benefit.
• Info for UPG Team Members: May 19-29, UPG team members with over 80 hours of accrued PTO may submit a PTO cash out request of up to 40 hours. Details have been sent via email and will be available in the announcements section on Workday. Refer to the UPG Leaves of Absence policy for details about the UPG PTO leave benefit.

From FEAP: How to Promote a Mentally Healthy Workplace

The Campaign for Disability Employment offers tips for making your workplace mental-health friendly. Learn more on the Faculty & Employee Assistance Program website. 

Happenings

Schwartz Center Rounds | Fishing for Hope: A Story from the PICU

Friday, June 3 | noon-1 p.m. | Pinn Hall Auditorium | Please join colleagues from across UVA Health for in-person Schwartz Center Rounds to engage with a remarkable story. Panelists include Jessica Di Zio, BSN, RN, and Noreen Crain, MD. Continuing Education credits are available and grab-and-go box lunches will be provided to the first 40 people to arrive. RSVP to Beeca Lin at bl7zb@virginia.edu.

Observing Juneteenth

Juneteenth celebrates the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation to end slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865. Juneteenth events acknowledge, bring awareness, and celebrate the history, life experiences, and contributions of the Black community at UVA Health and broader society.

• Tuesdays Through August | noon-1 p.m. | An Emotional Lunch Break | Zoom | These Ubuntu Healing Circles are hosted by the Community Healing Network.
• Wednesdays, June 1-July 6 | Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration Virtual Lecture Series | Zoom | Learn more and register. 
• Saturday, June 11 | 1-4 p.m. | Highland | Descendants Day at Highland | Learn more and register. 
• Friday, June 17, to Sunday, June 19 | Jefferson School African American Heritage Center | Juneteenth Celebration | Events include honoring local ancestors, a Juneteenth parade, an emancipation concert, and more. Learn more.  
• Sunday, June 19 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | 138 W. Church Street, Orange | Juneteenth 2022: A Homecoming Celebration & Dedication of a Commemorative Park | Sponsored by the Orange County African American Historical Society and LOVEOrange Virginia/Orange Downtown Alliance. Learn more. 

Appreciation

Nursing Professor Remembers the Missing

On Memorial Day, we remember those who lost their lives protecting our country and our freedoms. Terri Yost, a University of Virginia assistant professor of nursing and a retired Army officer with 20 years of service, is one of many examples of how UVA Health intersects with veterans and our military. Terri spent time finding and returning the remains of missing service members lost on foreign battlefields. The work is often tedious – sifting dirt for bone fragments – and takes place in some of the world’s most remote and inhospitable places. But, she said it is rewarding to play a small part in an effort to provide families closure. Thank you to those who lost their lives fighting for our country and those like Terri who carry on their legacies. Read more about Terri’s story on Connect. 

Moment of Remembrance | There will be a National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. on Monday, May 30. Whether you are spending time outdoors with friends, gathering with family, or caring for our patients, please take a one-minute pause to remember why we celebrate this important day. 

PREVIOUS UPDATES

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Class of 2022: Congratulations to Our Students (and Their Teachers)!

Final Exercises were held at UVA last weekend (May 20-22). Despite the hot weather, it was an exciting time for our students and their families. Here’s a quick overview of our Class of 2022.

The School of Medicine graduated:

• 162 MDs
• 14 PhDs
• 51 Masters students
• 9  MD/PhDs

The School of Nursing graduated 281 nursing students, including:

• 92 BSNs
• 45 RN to BSNs
• 14 DNPs
• 6 PhDs
• 53 CNLs
• 71 MSN and post-master’s certificate grads

Thank you to all of our educators, staff, and anyone else who helped these students on their educational journey. Because of your efforts and the students’ determination and talent, the future of healthcare and medical research certainly looks bright! Check out some fantastic School of Medicine and School of Nursing photos on Connect.

SPECIAL MESSAGE

Nation Gun Violence Awareness Day | Wear Orange

Friday, June 3, marks the eighth annual observance of National Gun Violence Awareness Day, also known as “Wear Orange Day.” Gun violence is a public health crisis, and it affects us all. Acts of domestic terrorism occur far too frequently: the news of yesterday’s unimaginable mass shooting at the elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, and similar shootings just a few weeks before in New York and California. These events are shocking, painful, and frustrating. Singularly, they are horrific; collectively, they take a toll on our mental health and work directly counter to the mission that we work so hard to fulfill — to preserve life and relieve pain and suffering. To the victims of gun violence, their families, or anyone who is affected by these events: You are not alone. Next week, UVA Health will be lighting the South Tower orange from June 1-3, in a show of solidarity. If you, a colleague, or a friend is hurting, counseling services are available via FEAP at 434.243.2643.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 1:07 p.m. May 25)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 25)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

PATIENT CARE

Update: IV Iodinated Contrast Shortage

To support our teams in their management of the critical shortage of IV iodinated contrast, a dashboard tracking current supply and burn rate is now available. Users need to be logged into the UVA Health network/VPN to access the dashboard. Clinical protocols are also accessible from the supply dashboard. Please note: Current inventory of our supply will allow Tier 2 and Tier 3 patients to be scheduled for studies/procedures requiring IV iodinated contrast at this time. Routine follow-up scans (Tier 1) will continue to be postponed until July 1. Beginning the week of May 30, UVA Imaging expects to be able to perform up to 55 contrast CTs per day, subject to supply availability. Information to address patient questions is available on uvahealth.com.

OPERATIONS

Epic Upgrade: Go-Live Completed Quicker than Expected

HIT Team, Help Desk Now Offering User Support | At 12:10 a.m. today, the Health Information Technology team announced, “The upgrade is complete, and Epic is now available for use. If you have any issues, please contact the Health Information & Technology Help Desk at 434.924.5334.” Last night’s downtime lasted just over an hour, and go-live occurred about 1.5 hours quicker than expected. The following user support is now available:

• Rounding | UVA Epic team members are rounding in the hospital and near-Grounds clinics today and tomorrow to support users.
• Help Desk (434.924.5334) | Additional agents will be on duty until call volume decreases.
• Revenue Cycle Webinars | Through Friday, May 27: Virtual Trainer Support | 9-11 a.m. and 1-3p.m. | Team members are encouraged to get their questions answered during these virtual drop-in Webex sessions with Revenue Cycle Trainers. Click here for Webex links on the Revenue Cycle Training site.
• Provider Webinar | Led by Dr. Mark Lepsch, this webinar will be released on Wednesday, June 1, and offer a deep dive into making the best use of the new upgrade functionality. The promo video for that can be found here.

Related news: Help Desk Agent Lynette Dowell is featured in a new #TeamTuesday post on UVA Health’s social media channels. Read on Facebook and Instagram.

Memorial Day Holiday | Monday, May 30

• Clinics Closed | All UVA Health clinics will be closed.
• Parking and Transportation Modifications | The University Transit Service bus and Health System Transit shuttle service will not operate on Memorial Day. Team members may park in the South Garage on Crispell Drive and 11th Street Garage (level D and above only) on May 30. The Medical Center Courtesy Shuttle will operate on the weekend schedule, running every 60 minutes from 7:20 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. UtoCar will operate normally. Please note, University Transit Bus and Health System Transit shuttle will operate normally on Tuesday, May 31.
• UVA Health Update on Hiatus | The UVA Health Update will not be sent on Monday, May 30. The Update will resume on Wednesday, June 1.

Construction Impact: McKim Hall

Beginning Wednesday, June 1 | The M10 parking lot on the south side of McKim Hall will be closed to parking to support the construction activities of an additional McIntire academic building, which will be built at the northeast corner of Ruppel Drive and Jefferson Park Avenue. The M10 parking lot will be closed for two years.

LEADERSHIP

Now Posted: Q&As From May 4 Town Hall

Due to time constraints, not all submitted questions were addressed during the May 4 Town Hall with K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders. You can find a complete list of questions and answers on Connect.

• Reminder: You can provide Town Hall feedback with this brief survey and you can catch up by reviewing the speed-watcher’s guide.

HUMAN RESOURCES

UPG Open Enrollment

Through 5 p.m. Friday, June 3 | Open enrollment is a once-a-year opportunity for University Physicians Group (UPG) team members to make changes to their benefits without a qualifying event. Unless changed, current elections will roll over to the new plan year with the exception of flexible spending accounts, which require annual renewal. Elected benefits will be for the plan year beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023. Review the UPG Open Enrollment website for more information.

HAPPENINGS

Support Services

• FEAP Counseling Services | Most of the time we can handle life’s difficulties on our own. Sometimes, however, feelings such as grief or anxiety may seem overwhelming, and we do not know where to turn. Asking for help is often difficult, but it is actually the first step in resolving the problem or finding effective ways to cope. The Faculty & Employee Assistance Program (FEAP) is available for individual consultation and short-term, focused counseling for a variety of personal issues and common concerns. If you have questions or would you like to request a non-emergency appointment, please contact FEAP at 434.243.2643 or use the contact form. Learn more.
• Wisdom & Well-Being | This UVA Health program focuses on helping people move through difficult experiences (which are an inevitable part of life in the healthcare environment) with the best possible chance of doing well, of learning, and growing through their experiences. Learn more.    

UVA Children’s Child Health Research Center: The 34th Annual Research Symposium

Thursday, May 26 | 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | In-person and Zoom | Featuring keynote speaker James P. Nataro, MD, PhD, MBA, Benjamin Armistead Shepherd Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics. Learn more.

Build a Greater Connection Through the Science of Appreciation

Thursday, May 26 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Zoom | Register | Join this Hoos Well reward-eligible webinar to discover the science behind appreciation and how connection can be trained through intentionally cultivating qualities like kindness, gratitude, and compassion for self and others. Learn more about growing this fundamental well-being skill to boost connection and improve teamwork. Details.

APPRECIATION

It’s Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day! Purchases Will Support UVA Children’s

Today is Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day, an event that raises money for the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation.  Thanks to the generosity of Dunkin’ franchisees in Charlottesville, Ruckersville, Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, and Staunton, 100% of funds raised locally will be granted to UVA Children’s. The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation is dedicated to bringing joy to kids battling illness. Since its inception in 2006, it has granted more than $37 million to national and local nonprofits. Thank you, Dunkin’ iced coffee drinkers, for helping support our pediatric patients!

PREVIOUS UPDATES

Monday, May 25, 2022

UVA Children’s Prepares Message to Parents About Baby Formula Resources

In response to the many calls that our clinics have received from concerned parents about the baby formula shortage, UVA Children’s is preparing a message to MyChart users with young children. The message provides a list of resources that can help answer questions, offers important safety reminders and encourages parents and caregivers to talk with their baby’s doctor about any concerns they may have about their child’s health and nutrition. Read more on Connect.

Related news: The Healthy Balance blog provides helpful suggestions for getting through the baby formula shortage.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 1:05 p.m. May 23)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 23)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

Patient Care

New Equation for Estimating Glomerular Filtration Rate

Effective Immediately | In response to the final report of the National Kidney Foundation and American Society of Nephrology’s Task Force on Reassessing the Inclusion of Race in Diagnosing Kidney Disease, UVA Health will transition to the 2021 CKD-EPI Equation to estimate Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) without a race coefficient. The task force endorsed, and UVA Health has adopted, this new equation that refit the prior CKD-EPI equation without use of race in the model. The accuracy and precision of this new equation are similar to the prior equations in use and should result in only modest changes in estimates of GFR for most patients. More detailed information on the new equation and the rationale for this change are described in this six-minute video.

Operations

Are You Ready? Epic Downtime and Upgrade Go-Live Are Only 2 Days Away

The Epic upgrade happening on May 24-25 will impact thousands of schedulers and clinicians. Managers are reminded to prepare by reviewing your area’s downtime procedures. Key details are listed below. Information about changes being made to Epic can be found on Connect.

• Downtime: Starts 11 p.m. Tuesday, May 24 (estimated duration 2.5 hours). During downtime, charts and other documentation in Epic will be available on a view-only basis using the Supports Read Only (SRO) function. 
• Update Go-Live: 1:30 a.m. (or earlier) Wednesday, May 25
• Training: Available now on the Epic Learning Library (ELL)   
• Support: Additional agents will be staffing the Help Desk: Starts Wednesday, May 25, until call volume decreases. Call 434.924.5334.

Patient and Visitor Badges No Longer Required in Outpatient Clinic Areas

Effective Tuesday, May 24 | The Visitor Guidance Workgroup has announced that the Welcome Team will no longer issue a badge to patients and visitors going to outpatient clinic areas. However, visitors to inpatient units will continue to be required to check in at an Information Desk and wear a visitor badge at all times. The Welcome Team will continue to provide masks, sanitize hands, and inform guests about our Visitation Guidance. 

Reminder: Members of the public are permitted to access public spaces such as cafeterias, waiting areas and waiting rooms. “Gatekeeping” into clinical areas such as inpatient units or clinics remain the responsibility of staff in those areas. All team members are requested to help remind patients, visitors, and fellow team members about our mask use requirements. 

Annual Parking Permit Renewal

Deadline: Tuesday, May 31 | If you hold a UVA parking permit, you should have received an email from Parking & Transportation about the 2022-2023 renewal process. No action is needed to renew your permit If you currently pay by payroll deduction and want to renew the same permit for 2022-2023 via payroll deduction. However, if you pay by cash, check, or credit card, or if you do not wish to renew your parking permit, please call Parking & Transportation at 434.924.7231 or visit the website by May 31. 

Medical Center close-in parking fees will increase by $5/month. Northridge, Fontaine, and the UVA Orthopedic Center Ivy Road will increase by $1/month. Blue & Red bus commuter permits will increase by $1/month. If you are a Medical Center team member, the full cost of the commuter permit is reimbursed to you each month. Read a detailed list of the UVA Health parking fees by area.

Human Resources

Certified Nurse Assistant Jobs Added to Earn While You Learn Program

Certified Nurse Assistant jobs have been added to the list of roles eligible for the Earn While You Learn program, which provides paid on-the-job training. The program also includes EMTs and pharmacy technicians, and more roles will be added soon. There are no program costs, and healthcare experience is not necessary. Trainees must be at least 18 years old. If interested in the Earn While You Learn Program, please complete this form.

Due Soon: Medical Center Self-Evaluations

Due: Monday, May 30 | Medical Center team members are required to complete their year-end self-evaluation, which can be found in your Workday inbox. Fiscal year 2023 goals should be documented in the goals section of the evaluation. All UVA Health team members must have at least one professional development goal. Medical Center team members must also have one goal related to patient progression/access. Resources and additional details about the fiscal year 2022 performance process, including the timeline for Classified Staff, can be found on the UVA Health Performance website. 

Spring Cash Out Period Open Through May 29

• Info for Medical Center Team Members: Medical Center team members with over 40 hours of paid time off (PTO) may request a PTO cash out May 19-29. Cash-out process instructions were sent via email on the morning of Thursday, May 19, and are available on the UVA Payroll website. Refer to the Medical Center Human Resources Policy No. 315 for details on the Medical Center PTO leave benefit.
• Info for UPG Team Members: May 19-29, UPG team members with over 80 hours of accrued PTO may submit a PTO cash out request of up to 40 hours. Details have been sent via email and will be available in the announcements section on Workday. Refer to the UPG Leaves of Absence policy for details about the UPG PTO leave benefit.

Happenings

COVID-19 Memorial Event

Postponed | This event, originally scheduled for May 24, is being rescheduled due to weather. The new date will be announced soon. Read more.

Observing Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month

Tuesday, May 31 | 8-9 p.m. (virtual) | Asian Health Equity: Precision Medicine in AAPI Communities | Registration required. 

Appreciation

One of the Best Maternity Hospitals

UVA Medical Center recently earned a spot on Newsweek’s 2022 list of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals for its care of new mothers and babies. Only 161 hospitals nationally earned the publication’s highest rating – five ribbons – for maternity care. Newsweek’s ratings are based on three factors:

1. A national survey of hospital managers and maternity care specialists that asked them to recommend top maternity hospitals
2. A review of key hospital performance data related to maternity care, such as a hospital’s rate of cesarean births
3. A review of patient satisfaction data, such as how patients rated hospital staff for their communication and responsiveness

Thank you to all the caretakers who are involved throughout the birthing process for making this honor possible — from prenatal care to baby’s first checkups and everything in between. Read more on Connect. 

Friday, May 20, 2022

Iodinated Contrast Shortage | Tier 2 Procedures and Scans to Resume Monday, May 23

Leaders continue to meet daily to manage the critical IV iodinated contrast shortage. All orders are being reviewed on a patient-by-patient basis according to the following clinical tiering system:

• Tier 3: Threat to life/limb in 24-48 hours
• Tier 2: Risk to patient if not performed within four weeks
• Tier 1: Can be safely rescheduled more than one month out

Current updates include:

• We have been able to decrease our IV iodinated contrast usage by approximately 70% (target is 80%).
• Current supply inventory will allow us to proceed with scheduling of Tier 2 patients for procedures and CT scans requiring the use of iodinated contrast as of Monday, May 23.
• Routine follow-up CT scans (Tier 1) will continue to be postponed until July 1.
• Contrast will be allotted to specific services on a weekly basis for their team to manage.
• UVA Imaging will try to perform about 30 contrast CTs per day based on their supply. This may change as contrast availability changes.
• Clinical protocols are being posted on the UVA Health intranet for reference.

More details can be found in the May 19 email from Dr. Reid Adams, Chief Medical Officer and Dr. Alan Matsumoto, Chair, Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging, that is posted on Connect.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 1:36 p.m. May 20)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 20)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

PATIENT CARE

Inpatient Homeless Consult Service

This non-billing consultation service is provided by medical student advocates who have extensive training in the aspects of community resources and engagement. Advocates will support any admitted patient experiencing homelessness and will work with the primary team to do the following:

• Assess each patient’s unique social determinants of health
• Identify barriers to care
• Connect patients to local shelters and pre-existing community and UVA resources
• Assist in facilitating their discharge needs
• Connect the patient with UVA’s Interactive Home Monitoring program​

The consult service is currently limited to inpatient units and does not cover the Emergency Department. Discharging a patient who is experiencing homelessness can be complex and challenging — and is part of the reason this population has high rates of readmission. Providers are encouraged to contact the consult team as early as possible during an eligible patient’s stay.​ To place a consult, anyone from the primary team or Social Work team can page 1078 Monday-Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

UVA Health Adopts New Equation for Estimating Glomerular Filtration Rate

In response to the final report of the National Kidney Foundation and American Society of Nephrology’s Task Force on Reassessing the Inclusion of Race in Diagnosing Kidney Disease, UVA Health has transitioned to the 2021 CKD-EPI Equation to estimate Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) without a race coefficient. The task force endorsed, and UVA Health has adopted, this new equation that refit the prior CKD-EPI equation without use of race in the model. The accuracy and precision of this new equation are similar to the prior equations in use and should result in only modest changes in estimates of GFR for most patients. More detailed information on the new equation and the rationale for this change are described in this six-minute video.

OPERATIONS

Reminder: Allow for Additional Travel Time Due to Graduation Traffic

Through Sunday, May 22 | This weekend, the University of Virginia will be holding Final Exercises. Please allow for additional transit time. Details on road closures can be found on the Parking and Transportation website.

Five Days to Go: Epic Downtime and Upgrade Go-Live

The Epic upgrade happening on May 24-25 will impact thousands of schedulers and clinicians. Managers are reminded to prepare by reviewing their area’s downtime procedures. Training resources are available on the Epic Learning Library (ELL), and other key details are listed below. Information about changes being made can be found on Connect.

• Downtime | Starts 11 p.m. Tuesday, May 24 (estimated duration 2.5 hours). During downtime, charts and other documentation in Epic will be available on a view-only basis using the Supports Read Only (SRO) function.
• Update Go-Live | 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 25
• Training | Available now on the Epic Learning Library
• Support | Additional agents will be available at the Help Desk: Starts Wednesday, May 25, until call volume decreases. Call 434.924.5334 for assistance.

LEADERSHIP

Integration Intel: Southerland Explains the Story Behind the Story of UVA Health’s Expansion

In an interview posted on Connect, Mary Frances Southerland, Chief Administrative Officer for UVA Health, explains the vision and thinking behind our expansion into an integrated health system with four hospitals, two medical groups, and a service area extending into northern Virginia. Topics include expected benefits for patients and all UVA Health entities, stages of the expansion project, and the anticipated working relationship between the two medical groups. Reminder: To access the Connect article, you must be on a UVA Health network or using VPN off-Grounds. Read more.

Call for Feedback: UVA Health Town Hall

K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders gathered on May 4 to discuss UVA Community Health; our new mission, vision, and value statements; questions from team members; and more.

• Give feedback | Your thoughts on this Town Hall and suggestions for future meetings are requested. Please complete a brief survey to provide feedback.
• Missed the meeting? | You can catch up by watching the replay. A speed-watcher’s guide has been posted on Connect.

HAPPENINGS

Connect for Support | Employees and Managers

Second Tuesday of each month | Join a 30-minute drop-in session to check in with colleagues, share strategies for dealing with challenges you are facing, and discover resources available to help. Details.

Build a Greater Connection Through the Science of Appreciation

Thursday, May 26 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Zoom | Register | Join this Hoos Well reward-eligible webinar to discover the science behind appreciation and how connection can be trained through intentionally cultivating qualities like kindness, gratitude, and compassion for self and others. Learn more about growing this fundamental well-being skill to boost connection and improve teamwork. Details.

Manage Anxious Thoughts and Negative Thinking Patterns

Thursday, June 30 | noon-1 p.m. | Zoom | Register | In this Hoos Well reward-eligible webinar, you will learn top strategies from Bethany Teachman, UVA Psychology Professor and Director of Clinical Training, for managing negative and anxious thoughts so they don’t become overwhelming. The webinar will also cover how to look at situations from different perspectives and generate alternative ways of thinking about situations. Details.

APPRECIATION

Thank You, Educators!

This weekend, Charlottesville will welcome an influx of excited family members eager to see their student graduate from the University of Virginia. Students will don their caps and gowns and walk the Lawn after years of hard work. While we are very proud of our medical, nursing, and graduate students who will be participating in Final Exercises, it’s important to note that none of this would be possible without the committed and dedicated educators and support staff in the School of Medicine and School of Nursing. Whether you taught in an auditorium, an exam room, a lab, online, or anywhere else — thank you! Another class of doctors, nurses, and researchers are well-prepared for the next stage of their careers because of your efforts. Their celebrations are also your celebrations. So, enjoy the weekend!

Wednesday, May 20, 2022

FDA Authorizes Single Booster Dose for 5-11 Year Olds

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized administration of a single booster dose to children 5-11 years old at least five months after they complete their primary Pfizer series. In preparation for recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, our pharmacy and clinical teams are working with Epic and making updates to our protocol. We expect to begin offering single booster doses to this age group soon. Look for details in an upcoming issue of the UVA Health Update. Read the FDA press release.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 12:06 p.m. May 18)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 18)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

Reminder: Select Populations Are Eligible for Second COVID Booster Dose 

Second booster shots are available for the populations listed below. Booster doses are not yet part of Health Maintenance, and, due to updates in Epic, an alert will no longer display when boosters are appropriately administered to eligible patients. More information can be found here.

• People ages 12 years and older who are moderately or severely immunocompromised may choose to receive a second booster dose using an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least four months after their first booster dose 
• Adults ages 50 years and older who are not moderately or severely immunocompromised may choose to receive a second booster dose using an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least four months after their first booster dose
• People ages 18 to 49 years who are not moderately or severely immunocompromised and who received the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine as both their primary series dose and booster dose may receive a second booster dose using an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least four months after their first Johnson & Johnson booster dose

Patient Care

UVA Health Is Transitioning to New Equation for Estimating Glomerular Filtration Rate

Beginning Thursday, May 19 | In response to the final report of the National Kidney Foundation and American Society of Nephrology’s Task Force on Reassessing the Inclusion of Race in Diagnosing Kidney Disease, UVA Health will transition to the 2021 CKD-EPI Equation to estimate Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) without a race coefficient. The task force endorsed, and UVA Health has adopted, this new equation that refit the prior CKD-EPI equation without use of race in the model. The accuracy and precision of this new equation are similar to the prior equations in use and should result in only modest changes in estimates of GFR for most patients. More detailed information on the new equation and the rationale for this change are described in this six-minute video.  

Operations

Providers: Replay This Webinar to Learn How Next Week’s Epic Upgrade Will Impact You

To help providers and physicians prepare for the Epic upgrade happening May 24-25, a recording of Mark Lepsch’s webinar for LIPs has been added to the Epic Learning Library (ELL). Other training resources include the following:

• Upgrade Webpage - lets team members know what training materials they need to review.
• Telemedicine Guide - provides information about Epic-integrated Zoom.
• LIP Upgrade Page - has been curated specifically for physicians and providers
• Communication Toolkit for managers - includes flyers and huddle points
• Epic practice environment (playground) - allows users to test drive new versions of their everyday workflows and visual layouts. Access the playground here, and find logins to practice environment here.

 Read more about the 2022 Epic upgrade on Connect.

Leadership

The Earn While You Learn Program Is Expanding to More Roles

In her new Vision and Voice blog post, Wendy Horton, Medical Center CEO, provides an update on the Earn While Your Learn program, including new roles starting soon. Read more.

Call for Feedback: UVA Health Town Hall

K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders gathered on May 4 to discuss UVA Community Health; our new mission, vision, and value statements; questions from team members; and more.

• Give feedback | Your thoughts on this Town Hall and suggestions for future meetings are requested. Please complete a brief survey to provide feedback.
• Missed the meeting? | You can catch up by watching the replay. A speed-watcher’s guide has been posted on Connect. 

Human Resources

Are You Hiring a Student? Ensure Compliance By Using Workday and Following I-9 Process

UVA is currently out of compliance with I-9 documentation for student hires. Continued compliance issues can lead to potential fines to non-compliant departments as well as a negative impact to UVA’s credit rating. It is important that hiring managers and representatives ensure that students are not working in a position until they have been hired in Workday and completed their I-9 process. For more information on the I-9 form, compliance issues, and the role you play, please visit the Student I-9 Documentation webpage. If you have questions, please email AskHR@virginia.edu with Student I-9 Documentation in the subject line.

UPG Open Enrollment

Monday, May 23, to 5 p.m. Friday, June 3 | Open enrollment is a once-a-year opportunity for University Physicians Group (UPG) team members to make changes to their benefits without a qualifying event. Unless changed, current elections will roll over to the new plan year with the exception of flexible spending accounts, which require annual renewal. Elected benefits will be for the plan year beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023. Review the UPG Open Enrollment website for more information. 

Spring Cash Out Opens Thursday, May 19

• Info for Medical Center Team Members: Medical Center team members with over 40 hours of paid time off (PTO) may request a PTO cash out May 19-29. Cash-out process instructions will be sent via email on the morning of Thursday, May 19, and are available on the UVA Payroll website. Refer to the Medical Center Human Resources Policy No. 315 for details on the Medical Center PTO leave benefit.
• Info for UPG Team Members: May 19-26, UPG team members with over 80 hours of accrued PTO may submit a PTO cash out request of up to 40 hours. Details have been sent via email and will be available in the Workday announcements section starting May 19. Refer to the UPG Leaves of Absence policy for details about the UPG PTO leave benefit.

Happenings

COVID-19 Memorial Event

Tuesday, May 24 | 7 p.m. | Amphitheater at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, 500 Martha Jefferson Drive, Charlottesville | Remember loved ones and community members lost to COVID-19, and honor the experience of grief and loss. This memorial is free and appropriate for all ages. Read more.

Physicians, NPs, and PAs: Get an Updated Headshot

McKim Hall | Ground Floor | Room G045 | Physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants needing an updated headshot for their pages on uvahealth.com are invited to stop by to get their photo taken. No appointment is needed. The shoot should take 10 minutes or less. Please bring a white coat if you have one; if not, one will be provided. Walk-in dates are as follows:

• Friday, May 27 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Wednesday, June 1 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Tuesday, June 7 | 1:30-4:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, June 15 | 9 a.m.-noon
• Thursday, June 23 | 8-11 a.m.
• Monday, June 27 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Appreciation

From Funky to Festive, Nursing Teams Went All Out for Spirit Week 2022

During National Nurses Week, May 6-12, the Professional Nursing Staff Organization invited team members to dress in spirit gear, and the results were amazing! Thank you to everyone who dressed up, submitted photos, and participated in all the Nurses Week events. You made the week much brighter and happier. See a sample of the photos on Connect.

Monday, May 16, 2022

Epic Upgrade Is Coming: Do You Know What Training Materials You Need to Review?

Training resources are now available on the Epic Learning Library (ELL) to help schedulers, clinicians, managers, and other team members prepare for the Epic upgrade happening May 24-25. Resources include:

• Upgrade webpage, which lets team members know what training materials they need to review.
• Telemedicine Guide to learn more about Epic-integrated Zoom.
• LIP Upgrade page, which has been curated specifically for physicians and providers.
• Communication Toolkit for managers includes flyers and huddle points.
• Epic practice environment (playground) allows users to test drive new versions of their everyday workflows and visual layouts. Access the playground here, and find logins to the practice environment here.

Read more about the 2022 Epic upgrade on Connect.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 1:05 p.m. May 16)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 16)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

Leadership

Call for Feedback: UVA Health Town Hall

K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders gathered on May 4 to discuss UVA Community Health; our new mission, vision, and value statements; questions from team members; and more.

• Give feedback | Your thoughts on this Town Hall and suggestions for future meetings are requested. Please complete a brief survey to provide feedback.
• Missed the meeting? | You can catch up by watching the replay. A speed-watcher’s guide has been posted on Connect.

Human Resources

Reminder: Complete FY22 Self-Evaluations

Due Monday, May 30 |  We are two weeks away from the May 30 due date for FY22 self-evaluations, which can be found in your Workday inbox. FY23 goals should be documented in the goals section of the evaluation. All UVA Health team members must have at least one professional development goal. Medical Center team members must also have one goal related to patient progression/access. Resources and additional details about the FY22 performance process, including the timeline for Classified Staff, can be found on the UVA Health Performance website.

Medical Center Team Members: Submit PTO Cash Out Request

May 19-29 | Medical Center team members with over 40 hours of accrued paid time off (PTO) may submit a PTO cash out request between May 19-29. Instructions will be sent via email on the morning of Thursday, May 19, and posted on the UVA Payroll website. Refer to the Medical Center Human Resources Policy No. 315 for details about the Medical Center PTO leave benefit. Review your "use or lose" hours now. Read more.

Certified Nurse Assistant Added to Earn While You Learn Program

Certified Nurse Assistant jobs have just been added to the list of roles eligible for the Earn While You Learn program, which provides paid on-the-job training. The program also includes EMTs and pharmacy technicians. More roles will be added soon. There are no program costs, and healthcare experience is not necessary. Trainees must be at least 18 years old. If interested in finding out more about the Earn While You Learn Program, please complete this form.

Happenings

ROSE Reopening to Give Office Supplies New Life

Tuesday, May 17 | 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Medical Center Dining Conference Rooms 1 and 2 | The Reusable Office Supply Exchange (ROSE) Program is a free service that collects new or gently used office supplies. The ROSE Supply Closet will be available once a month for dropping off office supplies or taking what you need. It includes a variety of supplies, like envelopes, staplers, and desk lamps. Read more on Connect.

Appreciation

Going Green for Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. On behalf of Partner for Mental Health (PMH), Sen. Creigh Deeds and Del. Rob Bell have requested that the Virginia Capitol building be lit green for a week in May as a show of solidarity to Virginians with mental illness and those who love and care for them. PMH is also organizing a local effort to commemorate Mental Health Awareness Month and highlight the direct mental health services available to the Charlottesville community. On May 16, the Albemarle County office building will be lit green and the Charlottesville City Council will adopt a proclamation acknowledging the month and the impact of mental health on community well-being. In support of mental health awareness, starting tonight, UVA Health will be lighting the South Tower in green, too. Other Charlottesville organizations are participating and lighting their structures, including Sentara Martha Jefferson, City Hall, Albemarle County Public Schools, and several proprietors on the Downtown Mall. Thank you to all team members who care and support our patients who struggle with mental health. Your work is an inspiration for us all. Additionally, mental health resources for our own team members can be found on the Faculty and Employee Assistance (FEAP) and the Wisdom and Well-Being websites.

Friday, May 13, 2022

Thanks for Making It a Great Week!

As we wrap up UVA Health Week, we would like to thank you for participating in the festivities and soaking up the music and fun. We hope you found time to rest, reflect, and recharge at the multiple events across our organization at the Medical Center, Fontaine Research Park, Transitional Care Hospital/Northridge, North Fork, UVA Health Orthopedic Center, and other off-site locations.

Please take a moment to watch this video message reflecting on the week, and check out photos from the events on Connect. 

Reminder: Team members are invited to select a complimentary gift as a small token of appreciation. Don’t forget to choose your UVA Health Week gift by Monday, May 30.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 1:50 p.m. May 13)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 13)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

Leadership

Call for Feedback: UVA Health Town Hall

K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders gathered last week to discuss UVA Community Health; our new mission, vision, and value statements; questions from team members; and more.

• Give feedback | Your thoughts on this Town Hall and suggestions for future meetings are requested. Please complete a brief survey to provide feedback.
• Missed the meeting? | You can catch up by watching the replay. A speed-watcher’s guide has been posted on Connect. 

Patient Care

Epic Upgrade Preparations: Training Resources Available

The Epic upgrade happening on May 24-25 will impact thousands of schedulers and clinicians. To help them prepare, training resources will be available on the Epic Learning Library (ELL) starting on Friday, May 13. Resources include the following:

• Upgrade Webpage which lets team members know what training materials they need to review.
• Telemedicine Guide to learn more about Epic-integrated Zoom.
• LIP Upgrade Page which has been curated specifically for physicians and providers
• Communication Toolkit for managers includes flyers and huddle points
• Epic practice environment (playground) allows users to test drive new versions of their everyday workflows and visual layouts. Access the playground here, and find logins to practice environment here.

Operations

Heat Plant Water Storage Tank Addition

Friday, May 13, to Sunday, May 15 | Corner of Jefferson Park Avenue and Lee Street | University construction teams will be installing a new water-holding tank.

• Friday | Vehicles may experience minor stoppages while coming to or from the West Complex. Flaggers will maintain two lanes of traffic and pedestrian access.
• Saturday morning | Flaggers will maintain two-way traffic. From 8 to 10 a.m., the Lee Street entrance to the West Complex will be closed.
• Saturday afternoon | Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times.
• Sunday | Backup day if weather delays work on Saturday.

Annual Steam Outage

Saturday, May 14 | 5 a.m.-midnight | During the outage, there will be no steam or hot water for hand or other washing; heating, cooling, or climate control; or instrument cleaning and sterilization. The main operating room will be closed to elective cases, and only EMERGENT cases should be posted during this time. Other urgent and inpatient cases that can safely wait should be done at a later time. Questions? Contact: 

• OR Control Desk at 434.982.0651
• Health System Physical Plant at 434.924.2267

Your Feedback Requested: Culture of Patient Safety Survey and Nursing Survey

Deadline: 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 16 | Team member feedback is an important way for our leadership team to gain insight into how we are performing as an organization. These surveys give team members an opportunity to provide feedback that enables us to assess our strengths and identify opportunities for improvement. If you have received an invitation to participate in either of these surveys, please take the time to complete the surveys before Monday, May 16 at 11:59 p.m. 

Human Resources

Act Now: Medical Center Offering a $2,000 Referral Bonus

The first 200 UVA Health team members who refer a job candidate hired into a position at UVA Medical Center will receive a $2,000 bonus. Individuals who manage team members, work for UVA HR, and/or participate in the interview or selection process are not eligible for this incentive. Positions eligible for referral bonuses are subject to change and will be updated periodically as UVA Medical Center staffing needs change. For detailed requirements and more information, visit the UVA HR referral webpage.

Happenings

Save Lives, Donate Blood

Monday, May 16 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center, Battle Building, First Floor | The American Red Cross, UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products, is facing a severe blood shortage. You can help by donating blood. Appointments required. Swag alert: Donors who give through May 19 will get a $10 e-gift card and a chance to win a travel trailer camper, powered by Suburban Propane. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu. Learn more.

Observing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

• Wednesday, May 18 | 8-9:30 p.m. (virtual) | Fireside Chat with Ly Tran, Author of “House of Sticks” | Registration required.

Appreciation

Congratulations to the Vascular Lab!

The UVA Diagnostic Vascular Laboratory recently received Vascular Testing accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission. The team received accreditation in the areas of Extracranial Cerebrovascular Testing, Peripheral Arterial Testing, Peripheral Venous Testing, and Visceral Vascular Testing at several locations. This is an incredible accomplishment that is a result of quality patient care and documentation of those efforts. Congratulations to the team, and thank you for your pursuit of excellence!

Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Refreshing Our Mission, Vision, and Values at UVA Health

An effective mission statement for an organization should be inspiring, clear, and inclusive — one that all team members enthusiastically embrace. As we started to develop and define a shared vision for the future of UVA Health — through our “One Future Together” strategic planning process — it became clear that it was time to revisit and refresh our mission, vision and values. To inform team members about the Mission Refresh Initiative, K. Craig Kent, MD, Chief Executive Officer, UVA Health, recently sat down with Dr. Neeral Shah, Associate Professor of Medicine, Gastroenterology, and Hepatology. Watch the interview. Read more.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 1:21 p.m. May 11)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 11)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

PATIENT CARE

Update | IV Iodinated Contrast Shortage

Thank you for your ongoing collaboration and understanding as UVA Health establishes processes to help manage the critical supply shortage of IV iodinated contrast agents. To preserve current and expected supply and support team members in coordinating care for patients, please see the Wednesday, May 11, email from Reid Adams, MD, Chief Medical Officer; and Alan Matsumoto, MD, Chair, Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging. You can also read it on Connect. As the work continues to develop and refine the review processes, leadership will provide regular updates through a variety of channels to help keep clinical teams informed.

OPERATIONS

Heat Plant Water Storage Tank Addition

Friday, May 13, to Sunday, May 15 | Corner of Jefferson Park Avenue and Lee Street |University construction teams will be installing a new water-holding tank.

• Friday | Vehicles may experience minor stoppages while coming to or from the West Complex. Flaggers will maintain two lanes of traffic and pedestrian access.
• Saturday morning | Flaggers will maintain two-way traffic. From 8 to 10 a.m., the Lee Street entrance to the West Complex will be closed.
• Saturday afternoon | Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times.
• Sunday | Backup day if weather delays work on Saturday.

Annual Steam Outage

Saturday, May 14 | 5 a.m.-midnight | During the outage, there will be no steam or hot water for hand or other washing; heating, cooling, or climate control; or instrument cleaning and sterilization. The main operating room will be closed to elective cases, and only EMERGENT cases should be posted during this time. Other urgent and inpatient cases that can safely wait should be done at a later time. Questions? Contact:

• OR Control Desk at 434.982.0651
• Health System Physical Plant at 434.924.2267

Manager and Team Member Alert: Encourage Participation in Press Ganey Culture of Safety Survey

Survey closes Monday, May 16, at 11:59 p.m. | In a communication sent on Friday, May 6, managers received instructions for accessing the Press Ganey Engagement Portal to review their team’s survey completion rates. With the survey deadline approaching, managers are asked to encourage their teams to take the survey and help us better understand attitudes and opportunities related to our safety culture.

HUMAN RESOURCES

Clarification: New State Telework Policies Do Not Apply to UVA, UVA Health

Last week, the Virginia Governor’s office announced a new telework policy for Virginia employees. This new policy does not apply to University Staff here at UVA and UVA Health, because Virginia law authorizes colleges and universities to establish and follow their own personnel policies. For these employees, the University’s current policies on teleworking will remain in effect. The Governor’s order will, however, apply to about 680 “classified” employees who work at the University. UVA HR has contacted managers and is preparing resources to help schools and work units with classified employees understand what this order means for them. Questions? Contact the UVA HR Solution Center. Read more.

Reminder: Complete Your FY22 Year-End Self-Evaluation

Due Monday, May 30 | FY23 goals should be documented in the goals section of the evaluation. All UVA Health team members must have at least one professional development goal. Medical Center team members must also have one goal related to patient progression/access. Resources and additional details about the FY22 performance process, including the timeline for Classified Staff, can be found on the UVA Health Performance website.

Certified Nurse Assistant Added to Earn While You Learn Program

Certified Nurse Assistant jobs have just been added to the list of roles eligible for the Earn While You Learn program, which provides paid on-the-job training. The program also includes EMTs and pharmacy technicians, and more roles will be added soon. There are no program costs, and healthcare experience is not necessary. Trainees must be at least 18 years old. If interested in finding out more about the Earn While You Learn Program, please complete this form.

LEADERSHIP

Call for Feedback: UVA Health Town Hall

K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders gathered this week to discuss UVA Community Health; our new mission, vision, and value statements; questions from team members; and more.

• Give feedback | Your thoughts on this Town Hall and suggestions for future meetings are requested. Please complete a brief survey to provide feedback.
• Missed the meeting? | You can catch up by watching the replay. A speed-watcher’s guide has been posted on Connect.

HAPPENINGS

UVA Health Week: Choose Your Gift

Deadline: Monday, May 30 | 11:30 p.m. | This year during UVA Health Week the annual team-member gift program has returned. Team members are invited to select a complimentary gift as a small token of appreciation. Click here to select your gift. Also, don’t forget that the last celebration events will be held tomorrow:

• Thursday, May 12 | North Fork and UVA Health Orthopedic Center | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Last Call: Submit Your Nomination for the Nursing Assistant Awards Today!

Deadline: Thursday, May 12 | Awards will be presented during the National Nursing Assistant Week, June 16-23. For eligibility, criteria, and to nominate, click here. Awards:

• Certified Nursing Assistant of the Year
• Patient Care Technician of the Year
• Specialty Technician of the Year
• Certified Medical Assistant of the Year

Save Lives, Donate Blood

Monday, May 16 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center, Battle Building, First Floor | The American Red Cross, UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products, is facing a severe blood shortage. You can help by donating blood. Appointments required. Swag alert: Donors who give through May 19 will get a $10 e-gift card and a chance to win a travel trailer camper, powered by Suburban Propane. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu. Learn more.

UVA Children’s Child Health Research Center: The 34th Annual Research Symposium

Thursday, May 26 | 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | In-person and Zoom | Featuring keynote speaker James P. Nataro, MD, PhD, MBA, Benjamin Armistead Shepherd Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics. Learn more.

APPRECIATION

Watch This New Video and Learn Why Leaders Appreciate Our Nursing Team!

UVA Health nurses have our deepest gratitude for their outstanding commitment, compassion, and teamwork. Because of them, there is so much to look forward to this year. Every day their efforts — both small and big — across the hospital pushes UVA to new levels. Thank you for taking such good care of our patients and of each other. As we continue our celebration of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), please take a few minutes to watch this video of our leaders and interprofessional colleagues as they share their appreciation of UVA Nurses. Read more about National Nurses Week on Connect and at UVANursesWeek.com.

Monday, May 9, 2022

UVA Health Week Celebrations Are Underway! 

Each May, we honor all who work at UVA Health for their contributions to the care and safety of our patients. This year’s celebrations kicked off yesterday with weekend meals at the Medical Center. Earlier today, the party came to team members at Fontaine. See the rest of this week’s schedule below, and please take a moment to watch this special video celebrating UVA Health Week 2022.

• Tuesday, May 10 | Transitional Care Hospital/Northridge | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 11 | Medical Center
  • MR5 lawn area (across from Medical Center loading dock) | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.
  • University Hospital Cafeteria | 11 p.m.-1 a.m.
• Thursday, May 12 | North Fork and UVA Health Orthopedic Center | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Week of May 9 | Off-site UVA Health offices | See your manager for details. 

This UVA Health Week, our annual team-member gift program has returned. We invite team members to select a complimentary gift as a small token of our appreciation. Click here to select your gift.

National Nurses Week Continues Through Thursday

May 6-12 | Get involved in Spirit Week, the door decorating contest, or one of the many upcoming activities. Read more on Connect and at UVANursesWeek.com.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 1:21 p.m. May 6)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 6)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

Operations

Get Paid On-the-Job Training With Earn While You Learn Program

The Earn While You Learn program provides paid on-the-job training for numerous roles, including EMTs and pharmacy technicians with more to come. There are no program costs and healthcare experience is not necessary. Trainees must be at least 18 years old. If interested in finding out more about these programs, please complete this form.

Medical Center Team Members: Spring Paid Time Off Cash Out Will Be Available Starting May 19

Medical Center team members with over 40 hours of paid time off (PTO) may request a PTO cash out May 19-29. Cash-out process instructions will be sent via email on the morning of Thursday, May 19, and are available on the UVA Payroll website. Refer to the Medical Center Human Resources Policy No. 315 for details on the Medical Center PTO leave benefit.

Leadership

Call for Feedback: UVA Health Town Hall

K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders gathered last  week to discuss UVA Community Health; our new mission, vision, and value statements; questions from team members; and more.

• Give feedback | Your thoughts on this Town Hall and suggestions for future meetings are requested. Please complete a brief survey to provide feedback.
• Missed the meeting? | You can catch up by watching the replay. A speed-watcher’s guide has been posted on Connect. 

Happenings

COWIMS Spring Reception

Tuesday, May 10 | 4:30-6 p.m. | McKim Hall, Classroom 1023 | Register | The Committee on Women in Medicine and Science (COWIMS) is hosting a spring reception to introduce the UVA community to the committee and build connections. Refreshments (hors d'oeuvres, beer, and wine) will be provided.

Submit Your Nomination for the Nursing Assistant Awards Today!

Deadline: Thursday, May 12 | Awards will be presented during the National Nursing Assistant Week, June 16-23. For eligibility, criteria, and to nominate, click here. Awards: 

• Certified Nursing Assistant of the Year
• Patient Care Technician of the Year
• Specialty Technician of the Year
• Certified Medical Assistant of the Year

Save Lives, Donate Blood

Monday, May 16 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center, Battle Building, First Floor | The American Red Cross, UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products, is facing a severe blood shortage. You can help by donating blood. Appointments required. Swag alert: Donors who give through May 19 will get a $10 e-gift card and a chance to win a travel trailer camper, powered by Suburban Propane. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu. Learn more.

ROSE Reopening to Give Office Supplies New Life

Tuesday, May 17 | 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Medical Center Dining Conference Rooms 1 and 2 | The Reusable Office Supply Exchange (ROSE) Program is a free service that collects new or gently used office supplies. The ROSE Supply Closet will be available once a month for dropping off office supplies or taking what you need. It includes a variety of supplies, like envelopes, staplers, and desk lamps. Read more on Connect. 

Observing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

• Wednesday, May 18 | 8-9:30 p.m. (virtual) | Fireside Chat with Ly Tran, Author of “House of Sticks” | Registration required.

Appreciation

Show Your Appreciation With a Happy Gram

As part of Nurses Week festivities, the Professional Nursing Staff Organization invites team members to send a Happy Gram to a nursing colleague. It just takes a moment, and it could brighten someone’s day! All you have to do is select a design, type the recipient’s name and email, write your note of appreciation, and send. Send a Happy Gram now.

Friday, May 6, 2022

Happy National Nurses Week!

National Nurses Week (May 6-12) celebrations start today! UVA Health nurses have our deepest gratitude for an outstanding year of commitment, compassion, and teamwork. Take a moment and look back on the year and reflect on our nurses’ accomplishments. Their collective contributions have improved the health of our community and our country. At a time when they needed nurses the most, our patients and their families could count on UVA nurses to deliver exceptional nursing care with true heart. Please join us in thanking our nurses for the work they do — small and large — across the hospital to support each other and push UVA to new levels.

The Professional Nurse Staffing Organization has planned a full calendar of events and activities to celebrate National Nurses Week. Read more on Connect and at UVANursesWeek.com.

Celebrating Nurses Week and UVA Health Week | In her new Vision and Voice blog post, Wendy Horton, Medical Center CEO, spends some time reflecting on the value of our team members, the reason we set these two weeks aside. Read more.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 1:21 p.m. May 6)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 6)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

Operations

Spark Innovation Competition: First-Round Winners

Nearly 300 outstanding and diverse ideas were submitted during the Spark Innovation Competition. The team members who submitted ideas represented over 80 departments, units, and centers of UVA Health located across Virginia. The awards committee selected first-round winners based on the potential of their ideas to positively impact the clinical environment and culture of UVA Health. Please join us in congratulating these first-round winners and thanking all of the participants for their dedication to positively transforming our organization. Read list of winners and more.

MRI Removal & Delivery

• MRI Removal | 545 Ray C. Hunt Drive | Saturday, May 7 | 6 a.m.-2 p.m. |Construction crews and a crane will be blocking several parking spaces and a part of the road in front of 545 Ray C. Hunt Drive. Vehicles and pedestrians may experience minor delays. Flaggers will maintain two-way traffic and safe pedestrian access around the site.
• MRI Delivery | UVA Orthopedic Center | Saturday May 7 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. |Construction crews and a crane will block the entrance to the UVA Orthopedic Center on Stillfried Lane. Staff members who work in the building should use Loop Road and park in the upper level of the parking deck, entering the building from a side door.

WOW Computer Cart Maintenance

May 9-13 | A warranty update will be performed on our Jaco computer cart fleet. The maintenance will be performed by Health Information and Technology (HIT) along with a technician from Jaco Corporation and will take approximately 15 minutes per cart.

• Preparation (May 2-7)
  • All inpatient units will identify a location to station their workstations on wheels (WOWs) for the update (i.e., day room).
  • Unit manager will email the location with the nearest facilities number to Tonya Pedersen at trp7r@hscmail.mcc.virginia.edu.
• Maintenance (May 9-13)
  • WOWs at the Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center and in Radiology will be updated on Monday, May 9.
  • Inpatient units will start on the third floor on Tuesday, May 10 (schedule to be determined).
  • Each unit will place all WOWs in the unit-identified areas by 10 p.m.
  • Work will be performed between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.

Schedule for work will be dependent on adherence to the plan and availability of carts for maintenance.

Heat Plant Water Storage Tank Addition

Friday, May 13, to Sunday, May 15 | Corner of Jefferson Park Avenue and Lee Street |University construction teams will be installing a new water-holding tank.

• Friday | Vehicles may experience minor stoppages while coming to or from the West Complex. Two lanes of traffic and pedestrian access will be maintained by flaggers.
• Saturday morning | Flaggers will maintain two-way traffic. From 8-10 a.m., the Lee Street entrance to the West Complex will be closed.
• Saturday afternoon | Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times.
• Sunday | Cranes will leave. Backup day in the case of a weather delay is on Saturday.

Human Resources

Reminder: FY22 UVA Health Self-Evaluations

Due Monday, May 30 | All Medical Center team members are required to complete their self-evaluation.

• FY23 Goal Requirements | All UVA Health team members must have at least one professional development goal. Medical Center team members must also have one goal related to patient progression/access. FY23 goals should be documented in the goals section of the evaluation.

Resources and additional details about the FY22 performance process, including the timeline for classified staff, can be found on the UVA Health Performance website.

Telework: New State Policy Under Review

UVA Health team members may have received a recent email communication from the Office of the Governor announcing a new policy regarding telework for all state employees across the Commonwealth. UVA leadership and UVA HR are reviewing the details of the new policy and the overall impact on the UVA workforce. Please continue to operate under current policies and procedures until further notice.

New Total Rewards Dashboard

UVA Medical Center’s Total Rewards package includes a competitive pay and rewards program; benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being; opportunities to advance your continuous learning and growth; robust retirement options; and more. Additionally, team members now have a personalized Total Rewards Dashboard in Workday so they can see all of their benefits in one location which will be updated regularly. This document shows examples of the dashboard in Workday and provides instructions on how to access it. Questions? Contact AskHR@virginia.edu.

Leadership

Catch Up on the UVA Health Town Hall

K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders gathered this week to discuss UVA Community Health; our new mission, vision, and value statements; questions from team members; and more.

• Missed the meeting? | You can catch up by watching the replay. A speed-watcher’s guide has been posted on Connect.
• Give feedback | Your thoughts on this Town Hall and suggestions for future meetings are requested. Please complete a brief survey to provide feedback.

Happenings

Team Member Art Show

Through Thursday, June 30 |University Hospital Lobby | Six team members will have their photography, digitally-manipulated photography, and oil on canvas artwork on display. Read more on Connect.

Free Skin Cancer Screenings

Saturday, May 7 | 8 a.m.-noon | UVA Primary Care Center | Registration required | Get a free skin cancer screening by a UVA dermatologist and learn about skin cancer protection. All are welcome (including UVA Health team members), but screening is especially recommended for people with the following:

• Frequent sun or UV light exposure
• Family history of skin cancer
• A mole that has changed in shape, color or size
• A sore that won’t heal

Bring a baseball cap or visor to exchange for a new sun hat, while supplies last. Parking is always free for patients in the 11th Street Garage. Register by calling 800.223.9173.

Donations Needed: School of Medicine Students Build Trauma Kits for Ukraine

Deadline: Sunday, May 8 | The Mulholland Society, UVA School of Medicine's student government organization, is partnering with Mideast Rescue to provide trauma kits to rescuers and care instructors in Ukraine. These kits include tourniquets, wound packing gauze, chest seals and trauma shears, and cost about $45 to assemble. More than 200 kits were sent last month, and they are hoping to send another 500 kits this month. Donate via Venmo: @Sheyna-Nathwani. Questions? Contact Sheyna Nathwani, SMD25, at cuy9zn@virginia.edu. Read more.

UVA Health Week Celebrations

May 8-14 | UVA Health Week is next week! Together, we will celebrate our team members with multiple events. Find out when and where your celebration will be on Connect.

Appreciation

A Legacy of Nursing

As National Nurses Week kicks off today (Friday, May 6), we’d like to offer a special shout-out to our nurses with 40+ years of experience at UVA Health. The dedication, experience, and passion these long-serving nurses have for their profession have had meaningful and life-altering impacts on our patients, their families, and our teams. To pay tribute to this special group, our Professional Nursing Staff Organization (PNSO) has posted a special report on its website honoring these team members and spotlighting reflections and inspiration from their colleagues. In addition, signage and wall displays featuring these team members will be in the walkway near Higher Grounds in the University Hospital cafeteria and on table tops at celebratory picnics throughout next week.

Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Catch Up on Today’s UVA Health Town Hall

K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders gathered today to discuss UVA Community Health, new mission/vision/value statements, questions from team members, and more.

• Missed the meeting? | You can catch up by watching the replay. A speed-watcher’s guide will be available on Connect soon. 
• Give feedback | Your thoughts on this Town Hall and suggestions for future meetings are requested. Please complete a brief survey to provide feedback.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 2:20 p.m. May 4)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 4)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

Weekly Prevalence Testing of Unvaccinated Team Members Suspended

Effective Immediately | Team members who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will no longer be required to complete weekly prevalence testing at this time. There is a possibility that prevalence testing will be reinstated in the future if warranted by changes in COVID-19 case numbers and other factors. As a reminder, prevalence testing is separate from diagnostic testing, which is performed on individuals who have symptoms, have possibly been exposed to COVID-19, or otherwise have been directed to get tested. Read about team member diagnostic testing options. 

Patient Care

Update: Critical Iodinated IV Contrast Shortage

The critical IV iodinated contrast shortage is expected to have an impact on our operations until at least July 1. Several steps are being taken to preserve IV iodinated contrast for emergent use. Read details and action steps on Connect.

Adenovirus Testing Recommended for Children with Unexplained Hepatitis

In conjunction with the CDC, the Virginia Department of Health is currently investigating an association between acute hepatitis and adenovirus 41 following a cluster of reported cases from Alabama this past fall with more recent cases in the U.K. To assist in the investigation, UVA Health is asking providers to follow two steps when children present with hepatitis of unknown etiology:

1. Test | Testing is recommended for those 16 years old and under. PCR is the preferred methodology for detecting adenovirus and can be performed on respiratory specimens, stool or rectal swabs, or blood. The lab’s respiratory pathogens panel will pick up adenovirus, and the community GI PCR panel specifically detects adenovirus 40/41. A plasma PCR test can also be ordered as a send out.
2. Report | Notify Infection Prevention and Control (extension 40260), who will assist with reporting any cases to the local health department of children under 10 years of age with aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels greater than 500 of unknown etiology — with or without adenovirus testing — since October 2021 and going forward.

For questions about testing or reporting, contact Debbie-Ann Shirley, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, at ds3ru@virginia.edu.

Operations

MRI Removal & Delivery

• MRI Removal | 545 Ray C. Hunt Drive | Saturday, May 7 | 6 a.m.-2 p.m. | Construction crews and a crane will be blocking several parking spaces and a part of the road in front of 545 Ray C. Hunt Drive. Vehicles and pedestrians may experience minor delays. Flaggers will maintain two-way traffic and safe pedestrian access around the site.
• MRI Delivery | UVA Orthopedic Center | Saturday May 7 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Construction crews and a crane will block the entrance to the UVA Orthopedic Center on Stillfried Lane. Staff members who work in the building should use Loop Road and park in the upper level of the parking deck, entering the building from a side door.

WOW Computer Cart Maintenance

May 9-13 | A warranty update will be performed on our Jaco computer cart fleet. The maintenance will be performed by Health Information and Technology (HIT) along with a technician from Jaco Corporation and will take approximately 15 minutes per cart.

• Preparation (May 2-7):
  • All inpatient units will identify a location to station their workstations on wheels (WOWs) for the update (i.e., day room).
  • Unit manager will email the location with the nearest facilities number to Tonya Pedersen at trp7r@hscmail.mcc.virginia.edu. 
• Maintenance (May 9-13)
  • WOWs at the Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center and in Radiology will be updated on Monday, May 9.
  • Inpatient units will start on the third floor on Tuesday, May 10 (schedule to be determined).
  • Each unit will place all WOWs in the unit-identified areas by 10 p.m.
  • Work will be performed between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.

Schedule for work will be dependent on adherence to the plan and availability of carts for maintenance.

Heat Plant Water Storage Tank Addition

Friday, May 13, to Sunday, May 15 | Corner of Jefferson Park Avenue and Lee Street | University construction teams will be installing a new water-holding tank.

• Friday | Vehicles may experience minor stoppages while coming to or from the West Complex. Two lanes of traffic and pedestrian access will be maintained by flaggers.
• Saturday morning | Flaggers will maintain two-way traffic. From 8-10 a.m., the Lee Street entrance to the West Complex will be closed.
• Saturday afternoon | Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times.
• Sunday | Cranes will leave. Backup day in the case of a weather delay is on Saturday.

Leadership

Min Lee Named Chief Operation Officer for UVA Medical Center

Min Lee, MBA, MHA, will become Chief Operating Officer for UVA Medical Center on June 27. Lee is currently the vice president of operations at Reading Hospital in Pennsylvania, where she oversees the McGlinn Cancer Institute, imaging services, laboratory services, pharmacy services, emergency management, security services, clinical engineering, construction management, and central transport. Thank you to the search committee members for their diligence and interim leaders Veronica Brill, Associate Chief Nursing Officer, and Robert Guanci, Chief Pharmacy Officer, for their leadership. Read more on Connect.

Happenings

Free Skin Cancer Screenings

Saturday, May 7 | 8 a.m.-noon | UVA Primary Care Center | Registration required | Get a free skin cancer screening by a UVA dermatologist and learn about skin cancer protection. All are welcome (including UVA Health team members), but screening is especially recommended for people with the following:

• Frequent sun or UV light exposure
• Family history of skin cancer
• A mole that has changed in shape, color or size
• A sore that won’t heal

Bring a baseball cap or visor to exchange for a new sun hat, while supplies last. Parking is always free for patients in the 11th Street Garage. Register by calling 800.223.9173.

Donations Needed: School of Medicine Students Build Trauma Kits for Ukraine

Deadline: Sunday, May 8 | The Mulholland Society, UVA School of Medicine's student government organization, is partnering with Mideast Rescue to provide trauma kits to rescuers and care instructors in Ukraine. These kits include tourniquets, wound packing gauze, chest seals, and trauma shears, and cost about $45 to assemble. More than 200 kits were sent last month and they are hoping to send another 500 kits this month. Donate via Venmo: @Sheyna-Nathwani. Questions? Contact Sheyna Nathwani, SMD25, at cuy9zn@virginia.edu. Read more.

Nominate a Nursing Assistant Deserving of Recognition for Nursing Assistant Awards

Deadline: Thursday, May 12 | Awards will be presented during the National Nursing Assistant Week, June 16-23. For eligibility, criteria, and to nominate, click here. Awards: 

• Certified Nursing Assistant of the Year
• Patient Care Technician of the Year
• Specialty Technician of the Year
• Certified Medical Assistant of the Year

National Nurses Week Kicks Off Friday

May 6-12 | The Professional Nurse Staffing Organization has planned a full calendar of events and activities to celebrate National Nurses Week. Read more on Connect and at UVANursesWeek.com.

UVA Health Week Celebrations

May 8-14 | UVA Health Week is next week! Together, we will celebrate our team members with multiple events. Find out when and where your celebration will be on Connect. 

Appreciation

Congratulations, UVA Cardiac Surgery! 

UVA Cardiac Surgery has earned a distinguished three-star rating from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for its patient care and outcomes in isolated aortic valve replacement (AVR) surgery. The three-star rating, which denotes the highest category of quality, places the UVA Health Cardiac Surgery program among the elite for AVR surgery in the United States and Canada. Historically, approximately 4%–8% of participants receive the three-star rating for isolated AVR surgery. Congratulations to the team and thank you for your hard work to achieve this highest-possible rating!

Monday, May 2, 2022

Livestream Link Now Available: UVA Health Town Hall

Wednesday, May 4 | noon-1 p.m. | You are invited to join K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO of UVA Health, and other UVA Health leaders to learn more about the top priorities and latest developments for our organization. Submit questions to YourTownHall@hscmail.mcc.virginia.edu now or during the event. Livestream.

COVID-19

Current Patient Census (as of 1:20 p.m. May 2)

Workforce Impact (as of 4:30 a.m. May 2)
UVA Health team members affected and on paid administrative leave

(Information source: UVA Health Data Portal)
COVID-19 Dashboard | COVID-19 Resources Page

Patient Care

Critical Iodinated IV Contrast Shortage

There is a nationwide iodinated IV contrast shortage that has an immediate impact on patient care operations. To help manage this serious shortage, all patient care teams will need to take steps to ensure we have iodinated IV contrast available for critical needs and lifesaving interventions. Each area in the hospital using contrast has been asked to assess and limit use and create action plans to help manage available supply to meet patient care needs. For details, refer to the May 2 email from Reid Adams, MD, Chief Medical Officer, and Alan H. Matsumoto, MD, Chair, Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging. Read more.

Operations

Updated Policy Impacts Observers, Mentees, and Students

Effective Immediately | Policy MCP-0315 (“Management of Observers and Mentees at the Medical Center”) has been updated. This policy establishes standards for the onboarding and management of individuals seeking to visit the Medical Center for an educational or career exploration purpose. Read details on Connect.

Get Paid On-the-Job Training With Earn While You Learn Program

The Earn While You Learn program provides paid on-the-job training for numerous roles, including EMTs and pharmacy technicians with more to come. All costs are covered while being paid to learn, and no healthcare experience is necessary. Must be at least 18 years old. If interested in finding out more about these programs, please complete this form.

Happenings

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

• Tuesday, May 3 | COVID-19 Exposed Webinar: Resources: Asian Culture Center: Indiana University Bloomington
• Wednesday, May 4 | A Conversation About Toxic Invisibility | 5:30-7:30 p.m. (virtual) | Registration required.
• Wednesday, May 18 | Fireside Chat with Ly Tran, Author of House of Sticks | 8-9:30 p.m. (virtual) | Registration required.

Blood Drive: Donate in Honor of Rusty Beal

Wednesday, May 4 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center, Battle Building, First Floor | Rusty Beal was a trusted colleague and friend who supported financial and administrative functions in the School of Medicine for over 35 years. He was a frequent blood donor and felt that it was part of his civic duty to give blood. In honor and in memory of Rusty, we encourage you to donate. Swag alert: Donors who give between April 19 and May 19 will get a $10 e-gift card and a chance to win a travel trailer camper, powered by Suburban Propane. Appointments required. Sign up by emailing Sharon Jones at giveblood@virginia.edu. Read more.

Epic Happy 1/2 Hour Will Prepare Providers for Coming Upgrade

Wednesday, May 4 | 5-5:30 p.m. | Join host Mark Lepsch, MD, of Northridge Internal Medicine for the latest installment of this monthly seminar series. The program will offer 30 minutes of high-yield, skills-related content that will prepare you for the upcoming May 25 Epic upgrade. This session will focus on changes coming to In Basket, Results Review, Meds and Orders, Order Composer, and Chart Review. Upon registration, attendees are added to a master list to receive monthly invitations and a replay video link. Watch this brief video for an overview of the program and a preview of the next session’s material. Register.

Social Issues in Medicine Community Poster Session

Thursday, May 5 | 5:15-6:45 p.m. |UVA Education Resource Center Auditorium | The Social Issues in Medicine Community Poster Session recognizes first-year medical students and agency partners and their year-long work to improve community health outcomes. Questions? Contact Tammy Prailey at tdp9s@virginia.edu or 540.219.1706.

COWIMS Spring Reception

Tuesday, May 10 | 4:30-6 p.m. | McKim Hall, Classroom 1023 | Register | The Committee on Women in Medicine and Science (COWIMS) is hosting a spring reception to introduce the UVA community to the committee and build connections. Refreshments (hors d'oeuvres, beer, and wine) will be provided.

Appreciation

Next Week: UVA Health Will Appreciate YOU!

UVA Health Week (May 8-14) is just around the corner. Together, we will celebrate our team members with multiple events throughout the week. Find out when and where your celebration will be:

• Sunday, May 8 | Medical Center Weekend Meals (University Hospital Cafeteria) | 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 6-8 p.m., and 11 p.m.-1 a.m.
• Monday, May 9 | Fontaine | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Tuesday, May 10 | Transitional Care Hospital/Northridge | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 11 | Medical Center
  • MR5 lawn area (across from Medical Center loading dock) | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.
  • University Hospital Cafeteria | 11 p.m.-1 a.m.
  • Uteam to-go (pre-boxed meals) will be provided for departments unable to attend. Managers must have ordered in advance and arranged for pick up. (The deadline for ordering has passed.)
• Thursday, May 12 | North Fork and UVA Health Orthopedic Center | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Week of May 9 | Off-site UVA Health offices | UVA HR’s Rewards and Recognition team will help managers coordinate catered meals for off-site team members. Stay tuned for additional details.

Managers: Would you like to volunteer to serve meals at the UVA Health Week events? Sign up now.

Archive of previous UVA Health Updates

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